F2P coming to 360 next year – report

A framework that will allow free-to-play games to be released on Xbox 360 is currently in development at Microsoft, an insider source claims.

According to IGN's trusted mole, the system will launch on Xbox Live at some point in 2012, allowing developers to release games through the service for free before offering users the opportunity to purchase additional content, such as weapons, experience points, items and perks.

"Microsoft does not comment on rumours or speculation," said a spokesperson for the platform holder when approached by Eurogamer for clarification.